Virginia State Capitol

Beautiful Capitol. The grounds are pristine. The staff were delightful and very helpful. Madeleine was an excellent tour guide. The architecture is amazing. There is an underground addition in the front. The entrance is at street level on Banks street. There is not signage directing you there. This is well worth a visit.

Very accessible for visitors, contain informative introductions. I am glad I get to listen to House in session. Gift shop super nice too.

A beautiful historic state capitol. Having visited a few state capitols, this one felt particularly unique as it was originally designed by Thomas Jefferson. Security wasn't too bad getting in, and all the staff was friendly and helpful. They had a tours available even on Sunday, (which is true at many state capitols I've seen). The staff were knowledgeable, and answer any and all questions we could have about the building. The also gave a useful and informative information about the building. Like how it was expanded from it's original base in 1788, and how each wing was expanded. The park around the building also had lots of real cool statues and neat historical buildings to visit. Overall, it was a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon.

Took a tour of the Capitol over the weekend, and I can only say one thing— do it! The building is beautiful and full of so much history. While I’m sure all of their tour guides are wonderful, our guide— Martha Snellings — was AMAZING. Hands down the best tour guide I have ever had. She is deeply passionate about the history of the Capitol, Richmond, and the commonwealth of Virginia and she will tell you so many stories during your tour. It seemed like she had been there for at least 20 years, and so she had many personal stories of her time in the Capitol to tell as well. Unbelievably sweet person all around.

Interesting visit. The tour is a must. Lots of cool history and information. There is food (in two buildings) full menu, and a cafe (hot and cold drinks and finger foods.

Beautiful historic building in the heart of Richmond Virginia designed by none other than Thomas Jefferson. An incredible amount of interesting historic factoids and unique works of art. The building is not only at the center of Virginia history; but, also US history. We took the free tour, and our guide was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. You could tell she never tires of repeating the rich and wonderful history of Virginia and our country.

Great tour and cool paintings and statues of Jefferson and George Washington!

Admission is free. You can walk around the chambers by yourself, or join a tour group. You can only go into the House chamber, not the Senate.